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Muscle Cramps

Steven R. McGee, MD

Arch Intern Med. 1990;150(3):511-518.


Abstract



• Painful involuntary skeletal muscle contractions, or cramps, are common patient complaints and may be classified as examples of true cramp, tetany, contracture, or dystonia. The pathophysiologic and clinical features of each of these diagnoses are described. The approach to the patient with cramps should emphasize the history, physical examination, and, if the diagnosis is unclear, minimal routine laboratory data. Although many therapies have been proposed for ordinary cramps, the best evidence supports stretching exercises and quinine. Areas for future study of this common symptom are proposed.

(Arch Intern Med. 1990;150:511-518)



Author Affiliations



From the Division of General Internal Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle.


Footnotes



Accepted for publication August 28,1989.

Reprint requests to Seattle Veterans Administration Medical Center (111M). 1660 S Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108 (Dr McGee).



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